Best time to visit Austin, TX
A month-by-month travel weather guide based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
The most comfortable travel window in Austin runs from October through April — 7 months of pleasant temperatures and modest rainfall.
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 10h 15m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 10h 57m
Sweet spot — comfortable highs in the 65-80°F range, mild nights, low rain. Ideal for nearly any outdoor plan.
Daylight ≈ 11h 49m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 12h 44m
Frequent rain. Bring waterproof gear; outdoor plans need flexibility.
Daylight ≈ 13h 32m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 13h 55m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 13h 47m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 13h 6m
Summer heat. Avoid midday exertion; aim for morning and evening activities.
Daylight ≈ 12h 10m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 11h 15m
Sweet spot — comfortable highs in the 65-80°F range, mild nights, low rain. Ideal for nearly any outdoor plan.
Daylight ≈ 10h 26m
Comfortable for most activities. Bring layers; nights can be cool.
Daylight ≈ 10h 3m
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